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Y279 OVL

2001 Honda NT650V

Red Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

60,917 mi
Last recorded60,917 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda NT650V26,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 OVL
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 60,917 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 60,897 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2024 60,548 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 60,053 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 58,962 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 56,062 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 55,519 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 52,446 miles

front forks slight misting of oil

Pass 29 Oct 2014 52,425 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 51,882 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 47,744 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 46,926 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 42,892 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 36,781 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 31,934 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 28,467 miles

front tyre worn near legal limit

Pass 13 Sep 2006 26,727 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2005 22,998 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V?

Based on 55,724 MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,241
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,032
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 892
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 828
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 436
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 307
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Y279 OVL is a 2001 Honda NT650V in Red with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda NT650V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 26,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NT650V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,032 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y279 OVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda NT650V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y279 OVL registered?

Y279 OVL is a 2001 Honda NT650V, first registered on 19 May 2001.

Is Y279 OVL safe to buy?

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